AYRSHIRE
Situated on the West Coast of Scotland, Ayrshire hosts a famous pedigree of golf courses including Open venues of Prestwick Golf Club, Royal Troon and Turnberry.
With nearly fifty courses to choose from, whether that’s one of its famous links courses, or golf on some of the Islands in the region. Ayrshire has a golf course and experience for you.
Explore all that Ayrshire has to offer. Watch our films, read our short stories and view our hotel and recommended tour operator packages listed below.
VIDEOS from AYRSHIRE
Take a look at our films from ‘The Golf Club’ series ‘Open to All’ and commissioned films from Cookie Jar Golf and The Average Golfer highlighting the diversity of great golf on the west coast of Scotland.
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STORIES FROM ayrshire
golf towns - troon
6 MINS
“ Located in Ayrshire, a 40-minute drive from Glasgow and an hour-and-a half from Edinburgh, Troon sits on the Firth of Clyde with wonderful views out to the Isle of Arran and Ailsa Craig. With two stations, Troon and Barassie, it is also easy to reach by train and the rail journey down the coast whets the appetite for the golf to come.”
playing royal troon
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“ Royal Troon starts flat and a fair test of golf, but rises to bring you back full of respect for a magnificently designed course and the ability of those who have conquered its fairways and greens.”
where to next - gailes
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“ Just north of Royal Troon lies a contemporary triumvirate of courses in an area known as Gailes, the old Scots word for the leafy bog-myrtle and indicating that the surrounding hinterland of the links had some extensive damp patches. A combination of historical, traditional and modern designs which have hosted numerous Championships between them.”
playing prestwick st nics
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“ The ground to the clubhouse side of Maryborough Road is the highest natural point in Prestwick, with tumbling old dune systems and deep hollows that are now the fairways of the six opening and closing holes.”
golf towns - prestwick
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“ Of course, when you consider Prestwick was the birthplace of The Open in 1860 – indeed held the first 12 years of the Championship – it’s a venue that simply has to be experienced. Old Tom Morris, Young Tom Morris and Willie Park Snr were just three of the famous names to triumph in those early days of the sport at Prestwick.”
playing turnberry
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“ After being greeted at the white wooden Starter’s Hut a prevailing wind in your face at the first tee will immediately ask questions about whether you practiced enough at The Academy before walking round to here, past the huge clubhouse and the golfers finishing their rounds on the 18th green.”
Ayrshire golf accommodation
Check out some of our recommended accommodations partners
TRUMP TURNBERRY
Enchanting and exceptional in every way, Trump Turnberry, A Luxury Collection Resort Scotland, has long been an iconic landmark on the spectacular Ayrshire coastline and most recently named #16 in Golf Magazine's “Top 100 Courses in the World” 2017. Immediately upon arrival, experience warm Scottish hospitality as their attentive and friendly staff welcome you through the legendary doors of their luxury hotel in the UK.
MARINE TROON
Situated on the beautiful Ayrshire coastline. This landmark 4 star hotel offers bespoke views over the 18th hole of The Old Course at Royal Troon Golf Club and towards the Isle of Arran. After a refurbishment programme, this stunning golf hotel provides everything you need for a relaxed stay, while centrally located close to some the Scotland's top golf courses.
piersland house
Piersland House has been providing its renowned warm hospitality and delivering excellent customer service both locally and internationally for over 30 years. This architectural masterpiece is the former home of the Johnnie Walker Scotch Whisky family and is now the scene for one of Ayrshire’s truly outstanding guest experiences.
Dundonald Links
The luxury lodges at Dundonald Links have been custom-designed with golfers in mind; pairing practicality with style for the ultimate in refined comfort. With fully-fitted kitchens, patio area, golf equipment storage rooms and bedroom suites with en-suite bathrooms, they’ve truly thought of everything to create the perfect stay and play golf packages.
Each cluster of lodges surround a practice putting green, so you can hone your skills whilst enjoying the comforts of the lodges.
south beach hotel troon
The South Beach Hotel is a family-owned hotel based in Troon, South Ayrshire. Whether you’re visiting for work, pleasure or a round of golf on one of the best courses in Scotland, South beach offers you a warm welcome and relaxing home from home during your stay in Troon.
BOOK YOUR TOUR
With one of recommended Golf Tour Operators
SAMPLE AYRSHIRE PACKAGE
Day 1 - Arrive in Glasgow or Edinburgh & transfer to your hotel (7 nights at Dundonald Links, Trump Turnberry or the Marine Hotel)
Day 2 - Play Turnberry
Day 3 - Play Gailes Links
Day 4 - Play Western Gailes
Day 5 - Play Royal Troon
Day 6 - Play Dundonald Links
Day 7 - Play Barassie links or Prestwick St Nicholas
Day 8 - Transfer back to Glasgow or Edinburgh Airport
Transportation options: Hire a car & drive yourself, or book a luxury coach & driver
Our recommended Golf Tour Operators can create bespoke packages including other courses and accommodation providers, sightseeing, restaurants and whisky tastings as part of your package.